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Different Types Of Breast Augmentation Incisions

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to be one of the most popular procedures in the UK with the numbers year on year.

When deciding whether breast is worth it, there are a number of to think about and one of the most important is the type of incisions the surgeon will use to place breast . Here we the four types of that are used in breast augmentation surgery. When you have your consultation, your surgeon will be able to advise on the breast incision to get the best .

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What are the four types of breast augmentation incisions?

The four approaches for inserting breast implants:

Inframammary fold approach

The is the most commonly used for breast augmentation . Many surgeons prefer this as it is away from the nipple and areola. Being away from the nipple and areola minimises the risk of contamination. Although the bacteria are not considered to be dangerous, they may contribute to an increased risk of contracture. involves the of dense scar tissue which may alter the shape of the and therefore require revision breast surgery.

This allows the surgeon to directly visualise the muscle and precisely direct the placement of the implant either above or below the muscle. If is required in the future, the inframammary incision is most commonly used. Therefore using this incision for the first procedure means there will be no extra when revision is needed. It is important to appreciate that breast implants do not last for an individual’s and it is likely to require a at some point in the future. Surgeons often prefer this incision as it allows more accurate creation of a breast pocket for breast implant placement. The inframammary incision does not result in changes in nipple sensitivity and no future impact on the to .

Although the inframammary incision is the most performed, it is important to bear in mind it does result in the formation of a scar. The visibility of the scar is often affected by the position you are in and is most when you are lying flat on your back.

Periareolar approach

The periareolar approach is also commonly used by many for breast . The size of the areola varies between women and this can often have an impact on the choice of incision for breast . Silicone breast implants require a length of 4-5 cm to be safely placed breast implants whereas saline breast implants a much as they are often inserted in a deflated state before being inside the chest.

Women with small may not be able to accommodate an incision length of 5 cm for the placement of silicone breast . The best incision, in this case, would be either the inframammary incision or trans approach. The periareolar incision is linked with a higher chance of capsular contracture. The of the scar can often be well as the incision is often made on the border the areola and skin so any scar can be difficult to .

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Women who have small may not be suitable for the periareolar . can also be affected as the often transects the milk ducts. Women may also notice in nipple sensitivity.

Trans-axillary approach

The armpit is less chosen by many surgeons to breast augmentation and is not suitable if breast is required. An length of 5 cm is positioned in the armpit followed by the of a breast pocket using an endoscope.

The trans-axillary has a higher risk of causing implant malposition as the requires specialised instruments to access the lower part of the breast pocket.

This type of incision helps to avoid visible scars with the main being hidden in the . may be more visible when wearing types of such as although in cold climates this is not an issue. Positioning the incision in the armpit result in some women noticing a reduction in . The armpit incision for a breast cannot be used for breast surgery.

Transumbilical approach

This is the least commonly used type of incision and it’s not used in the UK as the technique is used for the of saline breast implants. Saline breast implants are very rarely used in the UK. The incision is made in the belly button with any being well . The surgeon creates a tunnel from the belly button to access the breasts. This is rarely used as the risk of malposition is significantly increased. Many women who have with this method often revision breast surgery to and malposition. breast is always carried out using an inframammary fold incision.

We do not recommend this because of the high risk of occurring.

Which breast augmentation incision is most commonly used at Centre for Surgery?

Here at Centre for Surgery, our almost use the inframammary fold incision for precise of silicone breast using a specialist breast funnel for a ‘non-touch’ technique.

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